Autumn War - Featuring Emprise of the Black Lion
A collaborative event brought to you by the Baronies of BLatha an Oir, Madrone, Glymm Mere, and Wyewood
September 12th - 15th
THE SCA PROHIBITS HARASSMENT AND BULLYING OF ALL INDIVIDUALS AND GROUPS.
Participants engaging in this behavior are subject to appropriate sanctions.
If you are subjected to harassment, bullying or retaliation, or if you become aware of anyone being harassed or bullied, contact a seneschal, President of the SCA, or your Kingdom’s Board Ombudsman.
Event Staff:
Blatha an Oir: Baron Nels Ulfger i Jaren and Baroness Elizabeth FittzWilliam of Carlisle
Madrone: Barunin Gera Gangolffin and Barun Christopher MacEveny
Glymm Mere: Baroness Tamsyn L’Argent and Baron Valentine L’Argent
Wyewood: Baroness Aline Swynbroke and Baron Alarich von Thorn
Event Steward ~ Sir Agmundr Glumsson (be gentle this is my 1st time running this large of an event and I’ve fully changed how we do Autumn War)
Land Steward ~ Lord Mikael MacLeod
Roads Stewards ~ HL Melissa of Dalmatia and Lord Argo (setup)
Merchant Coordinator ~ HL Adrian Hawkins
MIC ~ Baron Stephen Desjardin, OP
Archery ~ Magister/Archos Tymm Lytefelow
Rapier/C&T ~ Master Galen Monticue
Thrown Weapons ~ Archos Stephen the Sinister
Gate ~ HL Kira Mikkeldotter
A&S Coordinators ~ HL Laeriel Fayrehale and HL Wolfegar Von Rothenburg
Youth Siege Cooking ~ Rhoslyn merch Angharat
Youth Activities ~ Lady Olive Mac Conghalaigh
Site Tokens ~ HL Francisca Rosil
BAO Exchequer ~ Lord Myskia Blómkvistr
Communications and Livestream ~ HL Æffe Michælesdohtor
RV Stewards ~ HL Anne Mary Quinn and HL Perrin del Bosc
DEIB Stewards ~ Maestri Rosa Marcella and HL Tullia Eleonora Domenichi d'Aragona
Heavy Tournaments ~ Sir Quaz Vermindal
Equestrian Marshal in charge ~ Baroness Annisa Gabrieli, OL
Madrone Event Liaison~ Viscountess Kerij-e, OP, OL
BAO Seneschal ~ Sir Warin of Essex
Glymm Mere Seneschal ~ Sir Seumas mac Brehon
Harnischfechten ~ Sir Rapheal Von Uutekerke
Site Rules
Please smoke/vape ONLY in the privacy of your camp or away from public areas.
No medical or recreational marijuana of any kind at the event. SCA insurance and policy does not allow any cannabis or other federally controlled substances at SCA sanctioned events.
DO NOT pet/feed horses without their owners permission
No driving between the stalls and the Emprise Arena Horse Entrance.
It may be pleasant here but remember hydration and sunscreen!
As far as Garbage, Autumn War is Pack in/Pack out. Please do not leave your garbage. This is a new site, help us leave a good impression.
The Staff of the War would kindly ask that everyone please avoid radio channels 7, 8, 9 and 10, as they use these to run your War.
Pets must be leashed and under your control at all times. Please pick up after them!
NO WOOD FIRES, NO CHARCOAL FIRES, NO TIKI TORCHES!! ONLY PROPANE FIRE PITS OFF THE GROUND WITH WATER OR EXTINGUISHER NEARBY
Everyone MUST BE OFF SITE by 3 pm Sunday! NO EXCEPTIONS
Gate Schedule
Thursday
12pm Gate opens
9pm Gate close
Friday
8am Gate opens
9pm Gate closes
Saturday
8am Gate opens
4pm Gate closes
Sunday
3pm Site is closed
Court Schedule
Thursday
5pm Grand opening court
Friday
Blatha an Oir roving court
6pm Royal court
Saturday
4pm Madrone/Glymm Mere Court on the Emprise arena
6pm Royal court
Sunday
12pm Grand closing court
Armored Fighting Schedule
Friday
7pmish (dusk) Shattered Lance Torchlight tournament in the tournament field
Saturday
9-10am Armored and Combat Archery inspection
10am-12:30pm War scenarios on Warfield
1:30 Unbelt tournament in the tournament field
Equestrian Schedule
Friday
10am-3:30pm Emprise equestrian challenge course
Saturday
10am Emprise Grand Parade
10:30-2:30 Emprise Equestrian Tournament
3pm-3:30pm Harnischfechten (on equestrian field)
Rapier Schedule
Thursday
6pm-dark Open Rapier pickups on warfield
Friday
10:30am Rapier armor inspection on warfield
11am-12pm Rapier scenarios on warfield
2:40pm-4:10pm Rapier tournament
6pm-Dark Rapier pickups on warfield
Saturday
9am Rapier armor inspection on warfield
9:30am-12pm Rapier scenarios on warfield
1pm-court MoD invitational
6pm-Dark Rapier pickups on warfield
Sunday
9am-Court Rapier pickups on warfield
Cut and Thrust Schedule
Thursday
6pm-dark Open C&T pickups on warfield
Friday
9am C&T armor inspection
9:30-12pm C&T scenarios on warfield
1pm-2:30pm C&T tournament
6pm-Dark C&T pickups on warfield
Saturday
10:30am C&T armor inspection
11am-12pm C&T scenarios on warfield
3pm-Court C&T tournament
6pm-Dark C&T pickups on warfield
Sunday
9am-Court C&T pickups on warfield
Youth Activities Schedule
Lots of drop in ability throughout event
Thursday
4pm-5:30pm Youth Scribal
Saturday
10am-4pm Youth Scribal
11am-1pm Doll making class
12pm Youth siege cooking ingredient pickup
3pm Youth siege cooking dish drop off
Sunday
9am Youth Armored Combat tournament at the tournament field
Meetings Schedule
Saturday
1pm Regional Pelican Discussion/ Meet and Greet
1pm Protege Meet and Greet at Camp GloomWolf
3pm Regional Chiv Discussion
3pm Squires Discussion at Camp GloomWolf
Archery Schedule
Thursday
Range open if/when range is set up and marshal is available. Check at Range.
Friday
9am-4pmish Range is open (with break for lunch)
2pm-3:30pm Royal Archer Challenge
Saturday
9am-4pmish Range is open (with break for lunch)
9am-11am Glymm Mere archery Championship tournament
Thrown Schedule
Friday
Range Open when Marshal is available, check at range
Saturday
Range Open 9am-3pm
9am-11am Glymm Mere thrown weapons tournament
Sunday
Range Open 9am-11:30am
Vigils and Gatherings
Friday and Saturday
Baroness Elspeth nic Grath, OP Memorial Space available in court building
Friday
7pm Vigil for Dunstan M'Lolane in the Glymm Mere Pavilion
8pm Vigil for Runa Harasdottir at the Camp ABD
9:30pm Hafla hosted by The Legion and The Fiddle & Flagon
Saturday
1pm-4pm Vigil for Ellen Fraser in the indoor arena
A&S Schedule
Classes Offered at Autumn War
Friday
10AM -2PM
Wooden Spoon carving
HL Thorbjorn Inn Mikligerzki
What better addition to your kit than a spoon you've made yourself? Learn what wood to use and select a spoon blank to work on with instruction and tools provided. Up to 6 students accepted. The instructor expects to be available for much of the remainder of the weekend to aid class attendees in finishing what they start in the class.
$2 for wooden spoon blank
10AM-11:30
Scribal: Drawing Charters for Beginners
HL Patricia neyn Andrew
Have you looked at the beautiful Charters given out by Royalty, Barons and Baronesses. They are beautiful and cherished by the recipients. Maybe you have received one yourself. Someone has put hours into drawing, painting and adding calligraphy. To think I might be able to draw a charter was so intimidating. This class is designed to take the intimidation out of making Charters and Scrolls. We will be breaking down the simple steps to designing and drawing these amazing pieces of art.
This class is designed for the absolute beginner. We will be going step by step of the very basics of art and how to draw the beautiful designs of medieval illumination. We will take out the intimidation and show you how you can start drawing your own charters and feel the pride when they are given to someone that deserves the recognition. You will take away a simple finished drawn charter with the basic skills to build your own practice. Class size is limited to 5
Please bring a #2 pencil and eraser. Paper will be provided.
Free Class
11AM-Noon
Knitting/Drop Spinning
Elonda Blue Haven
Free Class
12:30PM-2PM
Learn Byzantine Chainmaille
In this class, you’ll find out all the things you need to know in order to start enjoying this historical art form… starting with the byzantine link! This complex looking chain is deceptively easy and as you learn the necessary steps you will also learn about the most efficient way to open and close jump rings, what aspect ratio is and how it can affect your projects.
If you wish to participate in this class you will need to bring $10 to cover the kit fee which includes two pairs of pliers and enough jump rings the proper size to make a bracelet. Yes, you get to keep the pliers! There are only 8 kits that include pliers for sale. Extra lesson sheets and jump rings will be available for anyone who wants more. Participating students are encouraged to bring their own chair and work surface. Anyone who wants to listen in is welcome to do so at their leisure!
12:30PM-1:30PM
Intro to Choral Singing
Elisabeth Piper
We will sing rounds and simple part songs from period. Experience welcome, but not required.
Free Class, $5 if you want to keep the Songbook.
2:30PM-4:30PM
Intermediate Bobbin Lace
Elisabeth Piper
This class is for folk who have taken my Beginning class or have experience with Renaissance era bobbin lace. Depending on the experience level of students, we will either continue exploring patterns from my Beginning class or learn how to set up new patterns. Bring your own materials and supplies, including graph paper.
Free Class
3PM-4:30PM
Missile Combat Junior Marshal Training
Missile Combat Junior Marshal Training - Want to learn about Missile Combat inspection? Want to become a Junior Marshal? Then this is the class for you. This two-part class will train individuals in how to inspect missile combat projectiles and bows/crossbows as well as armor inspection for Missile Combat. Participants who are SCA members and complete both parts of the training will be eligible to get their authorization cards signed to become Missile Combat Junior Marshals. Non-members can also take the class to learn but will not be able to get their marshal authorizations.
The first part of the class will be on Friday afternoon (see site copy for location and times) followed by hands-on inspections Saturday morning on the war field at Missile Inspection point. (Look for the banner on the field and the schedule for missile inspection times).
Free Class
Saturday
10AM-5PM
Cheese and more Cheese and Meat
Gondul The Unwitty
Beginning cheese making. Brie and Cambenzola, formed cheeses and 18th century cheddar. The history of Tête de Moine, or "Monk's Head" cheese. As well as how to prep and ready to dry hang an Italian Bastirma AKA tried cured beef. This is an all-day demo class with breaks between each of the sections.
Free Class
10AM-Noon
Intro to Bobbin Lace in the SCA
Elisabeth Piper
This is a hands-on class. We will work 16th century lace edgings. No experience required. Bring any supplies that you already have.
Free Class
10AM-11AM
Viking Navigation
Alanus of Bunghea
History of navigation instruments and methods during the Viking Age
Free Class
10AM-Noon
Reed Basket Weaving
Jackdaw/Jack the Bard
Learn to make a simple twined basket; Participants should be able to complete a small 4-5" basket during the class. Materials provided.
$5
11AM-1PM
Viking Ring-Chain Ornament
HL Thorbjorn Inn Mikligerzki
Ring-chain is like the more familiar knotwork and yet distinctly different. The class will cover the qualities that distinguish ring-chain ornament from knotwork and provide detailed instruction for identifying and developing several, typical versions of ring-chain ornament for your own applications. Students should bring a pencil and sketchbook or graph paper.
Free Class
11AM -1PM
Making the Modern look Medieval
HL Natasha Orionova
Making bracelets and necklaces that look medieval is an easy and fun pastime. In particular, Natasha will demonstrate making watches into bracelets rather than having a modern watchband. Some inexpensive watch faces are available, or bring your own and see what we can create. There will be an assortment of beads and stringing materials, as well as some clasps.
$5
Noon-1:30PM
Foraging Wild Edibles
HL Ailynn Catriona Moirea
Come take a walking tour around the site and discover the plants that the ancient peoples gathered for food. This class will teach you how to identify many wild edible species that you can incorporate into your regular diet. Please come prepared to walk and take field notes. Well-behaved children are welcome to join us if accompanied by a responsible adult. Ailynn will have some samples of common "weeds" prepared for you to try. Recipes included.
Free Class
12:30PM-2:00PM
Medieval Gardening
Athelyna de Oldenfeld
Bring books, seeds, or just yourselves and let's talk about fall planting, planning, and other activities.
Free Class
1PM-2PM
Intro to Choral Singing
Elisabeth Piper
We will sing rounds and simple part songs from period. Experience welcome, but not required.
Free Class, $5 if you want to keep the Songbook.
1:30PM-3:30PM
Pins & Needles Salon
Magistra Vittoria di Carduci
Fitting yourself can be a nightmare. Bring your uncooperative garments and get help getting the fit fixed in a non judgemental and supportive atmosphere.
Free Class
1:30PM-2:30PM
So, you want to be a Roman…. Creating a Roman Persona
Paullus Quinctilius Barbatus
Tips and research advice on creating a persona in the classical Roman era, from the republican to the imperial periods, both BCE and CE. This class isn't just for beginning Roman persona creators, all experience levels are more than welcome.
Free Class
2PM-3:30PM
Leatherworkers Meetup/Geek Session
Rotrude Halfblind
Do you make things out of Leather? Are you interested in the what and how other people make things out of Leather? Me too! Let's meet up and talk about it!
Bring your projects, current or otherwise. Finished work, works in progress, hopes and plans for the future, whatever you want to share. Shoes, belts, boxes, scabbards, crowns! If it's made of leather, then I want to seeeeeee!
I will be bringing a mishmash of supplies and demo objects, and preaching the good news of waxed linen and rabbit skin glue.
Come and get nerdy about animal skins with me!
Free Class
2PM-4PM
Fiber Salon
Elisabeth Piper
Bring your knitting, embroidery, lace, braiding, etc. projects and a chair. Snacks to share are optional.
Free Class
2:30PM-3:30PM
Make your own whisk broom
Melissa of Dalmatia
Learn to make your own whisk broom!! We’ll be doing the turkey wing style! You’ll receive all the materials needed to make your own beautiful broom!
$25
4PM-5PM
Armored Senior Marshal Q&A
Steven Desjardin
So, you want to be a senior armored marshal?
Free Class
Other Learning opportunities
Come visit Wires Crossed and Mythica Metalworks on merchant's row. They are offering opportunities to find out about chainmaille or wire wrapping jewelry. Bring pliers if you want to learn.
Class offerings and scheduling may change due to unexpected circumstances. Please check in at the A&S Building (the big one) for class registration/signup sheets. Some classes will be held at the instructor’s personal encampment spaces. Directions will be provided.
When attending classes,, please bring your own chairs.
Yours in Service
Wolfegar von Rothenburg
A&S Competitions
Dirty Half Dozen competition
As Autumn War approaches, I would like to announce a Dirty Half Dozen competition!
Please make at least six of the same item (more is always wonderful) and bring them to Autumn War (or arrange pickup beforehand) for the opportunity to assist in refilling the coffers of the Kingdom and Baronies and so that we may spread your word fame and talent throughout the Kingdom and thank worthy folks! All entries will be divided between the Baronies hosting Autumn War and the Kingdom.
We request that no perishable goods or items with strong scents be entered. Please be sure to add some sort of tag to each item noting your name, what the item is, and where you are from.
The winners will be chosen based on Populace choice and Overall choice. Winners will receive their choice of the largess items from the competition. You are welcome to enter as many entries as you like!
To enter, please contact me via messenger on Facebook or via email at disa.andrea@gmail.com. The deadline to enter will be September 3rd but you won't need your entries to be ready until the event. The Largess will be displayed in the A&S area until just before Saturday afternoon court.
Yours in Service,
Mästarinna Disa i Birkilundi
Autumn War - Hati Longtooth Woodworking Competition
In days of old Blatha An Oir honored one of it’s own with the Hati Longtooth Woodworking Competition. A chance for those who craft with wood to showcase their work and share their vision with the public. This year Autumn War will once more see this showcase of grain and form return. Bring your best, your sturdiest, your favorite, or your most fun woodwork to show it off. Tables for display will be provided and the vote will be by populous choice. Any item consisting of primarily wood is acceptable, new or old, complete or still in the works. We ask that no items that have previously won a competition be entered, and entries should showcase your skills working with wood. Pyrography (wood burning) and Kol rosing (fine carving darked with soot) are examples of working with wood, while rosemaling (painting on wood) would be not as much. Items will be on display in the A&S area starting Friday, with the winner and prize being announced at court Saturday.
Youth Siege Cooking
Youth Siege Cooking is Returning to Autumn War for its second year.
This year it will be run by the Youth. Rhoslyn merch Angharat with the help of Baroness Angharat verch Reynulf
We are seeking 5 teams of 4 to compete in this year's themed Youth Siege Cooking.
The Theme will be Levantine, in honor of Blatha an Oir’s own Baron Nels Ulger i Jaren.
Teams should come ready to cook their hearts out with the help of a supervising adult.
Pick up will be at Noon at the Baronial Pavilion on the war field.
Judging will take place at 3pm, at the Baronial Pavillion on the war field.
The following will be the ingredients provided
Quail, Saffron, Dates, Couscous, Garbanzo Beans ( canned), Almonds, Raisins, Lemon, Apples, Carrots, Onions, Figs, and maybe even some secret ingredients donated by others.
The following can be brought from home and used in your encampment when cooking
Cheese, Butter, Olive Oil, Vinegar, Garlic, Spices, Sugar or Honey, and Eggs
We will accept donations of any ingredients. As we do this without a Budget, or money to help offset the costs. Please see Kira (me) to let me know if you would like to help. We have a grand prize being donated and are welcome to other prizes in sets of 4 for the runner ups.
Grab you partners, search the internet. Ask a parent to supervise and the only rules are. Must be 17 and under, must have a team of 4 ( up to 5 teams) and we can combine teams if needed. And must be back at the Baronial Pavilion at 3pm with Levantine Inspired Cuisine
YIS, in voice and heart
HL, Kira Mikkeldotter
Town Cry
Protégé to Mistress Genevieve Marie Etiennette de Montagne
Merchant List
Ancient Echoes
BeadHive
Bustle and Bristle
Dark Ages Games
EclectiKOriginZ
Embers Sidequest
Foxhaven Art Collective
Hawk's Forge
Horse 'n' Round Studio
Just Imagine Needlework
Keltic Kraze
Lion's Share Free Market
Mythica Metalworks
Nordic Trader
Persistent Tiger Design Studio
Quorum of Cute
Sidhefire Arts
Silver Wolf Trading
SkogsHammare Crafts
Tasteful Charms Studios
Temple Caffeinea
The Chocolate Lantern
The Kneadery
The WinterNight Bazaar
Thistle Hollow Enterprises
Tinker Pearce knifemaker
TursiArt
Vidar Leatherworks, LLP
Viking Krafts and Sable Fleur Designs
Walkingstick Designs
Wires Crossed